Administration · Circular 32 of 2026

Administrative Officer: HS Subsidy Administration

Department of Infrastructure

Overview

Administrative Officer needed to supervise housing subsidy processing and liaison services within the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure.

Requirements

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
  • A minimum of 1 year working experience in an administrative environment.
  • Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial and administrative prescripts governing the public sector, the Western Cape Government, and the Department;
  • Legislation, regulations, policies, and prescripts that are relevant to the Department and the component;
  • General office administration processes;
  • Database and information management processes;
  • Project administration processes;
  • Record-keeping legislation, regulations, policies, prescripts and processes;
  • People management prescripts, policies and processes.
  • Skills in the following: Numeracy;. Driving;. Typing;
  • Computer Literacy;
  • Language skills;
  • Project Management;
  • Accounting Finance and Audit;
  • Information Technology;
  • Formal Training;
  • Economic, financial analysis;
  • Legal Administration;
  • Strategic Planning.

Duties

  • Assist to supervise the accurate and timeous processing and flow of subsidy applications;
  • Supervise the rendering of effective liaison services to all role players;
  • Assist with the management and maintenance of the Housing Subsidy System;
  • Training and logistical support;
  • Perform supervisory functions.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Ms.B Bantom Tel No: (021) 483 2127

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS

Post 32/370, sourced from the DPSA Circular 32 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Infrastructure by 28 September 2026, quoting reference DOI 53/2026. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Western Cape
Salary
R338 106 – R398 277 p/a · Level 7
Closing date
28 September 2026 Closed
Reference
DOI 53/2026
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.